Rossi's Oratorio per la Settimana Santa is a masterpiece of the period. Its unusual representation of the Crucifixion draws on elements of both the Passion and the Stabat mater traditions. It also includes an almost operatic scene that vividly depicts a descent into Hades. Its moralistic intent was to move the listener through compassion to repentance. This striking recording from William Christie and the ensemble Les Arts Florissants was originally released in 1989.

Named for their teacher and mentor Sandro Materassi, the Quartetto Sandro Materassi are joined by violist Danilo Rossi for this recording of Brahms's two string quintets. Written in 1882 and 1890 respectively, these are masterpieces of the string chamber music repertoire, and are performed by these musicians with the tenderness and intensity essential for conveying their inner magic.